She was born April 19, 1958, in Turtle Creek, Pa., to John and Jean Copeland.

Michele and her husband Robert Sherry moved their family to Port Charlotte from Greensburg, Pa., in 2000. She worked as a CNA for many local residents and enjoyed her job. The most important thing in her life is her three grandchildren. She spent every moment possible caring for them and enjoying every minute of their lives. Michele was a great mother, friend and grandmother who will always be in our hearts and never forgotten.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Sherry; two sons, Robert “Bobby” Jr. and Jason Sherry; two daughters-in-law, Jessica and Ashley Sherry; three grandchildren, Jayden, Noah and Alayna Sherry; father, John (Calonae) Copeland and family; and many more loving and unforgettable friends. Michele was preceded in death by her mother, Jean Copeland; and her sister, Monique Overly.